At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial accounting processes and ensure compliance across all divisions.
- Company: Join Flight Centre UK, a vibrant and inclusive workplace with a global presence.
- Benefits: Enjoy exclusive travel discounts, career development, and a comprehensive health cash plan.
- Other info: Participate in exciting social events and prioritise your well-being with dedicated wellness hours.
- Why this job: Make an impact in finance while enjoying a fun and dynamic work culture.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in finance, with strong leadership and audit experience required.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 75000 £ per year.
The role of the Financial Accounting Team Leader is to handle end‑to‑end financial accounting for Flight Centre UK, including General Ledger Close Process management, monthly reporting, and supporting EOFY and Half‑Year audits with a strong focus on regulatory and compliance reporting. You will be the Team Leader responsible for accounting for all divisions across the Flight Centre UK business including support, covering cash, debtors, creditors, revenue recognition, wages, expenses, and management fees. The role requires strong financial control, diligence, proactive problem‑solving, and customer centricity.
Requirements:
- 5+ years working experience in a similar role with a minimum 3+ years’ experience in an Audit Role
- Experience in process controls for new systems
- Experience leading a finance team
- A self‑starter, able to work independently, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines
- High attention to detail
- Advanced time management and prioritisation skills
- Advanced experience using MS suite in a commercial environment e.g. Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI
Qualifications:
- CA/CPA/CAA/ACCA qualification or another relevant postgraduate qualification
Benefits:
- Exclusive Travel Discounts: Access to exclusive industry rates and discounts through our in‑house travel team.
- Career Development: Clear career pathways and resources to achieve your professional goals, including training and support.
- Vibrant Culture & industry‑renowned social events: Experience our fun culture with exciting social events such as monthly awards nights, global conferences, and end‑of‑financial‑year balls.
- Active Hour: An hour dedicated each week to focus on your fitness or personal wellness.
- Comprehensive Health Cash Plan: Reimbursement for a variety of medical services, including dental, optical, and chiropractic care.
- Health & Wellbeing Challenges: Monthly health and wellbeing challenges designed to keep you motivated and healthy.
- Financial Wellbeing Support: Access to expert financial services, including mortgage advice and money coaching.
- And Much More: A range of additional benefits, including company‑matched charitable donations, an excellent pension scheme, share options, and salary sacrifice benefits.
EEO and Accessibility: Our number one philosophy is Our people. Flight Centre Travel Group's promise is to provide an environment with equality of respect, dignity, and opportunity for all our employees. We value an inclusive and supportive workplace which reflects the diversity of our society. We welcome accommodation requests to help make our hiring and onboarding experience as accessible as possible.
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